I am a Trainee Teacher at the University of Chester, with a passion for Arts Education. I am known for being an incredibly fast learner, and I always aim to share my own knowledge and enjoyments with others.

Ben Grannell

I am a Trainee Teacher at the University of Chester, with a passion for Arts Education. I am known for being an incredibly fast learner, and I always aim to share my own knowledge and enjoyments with others.

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I am a Trainee Teacher at the University of Chester, with a passion for Arts Education. I am known for being an incredibly fast learner, and I always aim to share my own knowledge and enjoyments with others.

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Experience Level

Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
French
Intermediate
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Community Volunteer at StoryHouse
November 1, 2025 - November 27, 2025
Work with StoryHouse’s youth groups in a professional setting, helping young people understand what is required to work in creative industries. Also participate in the Young Leaders programme, supporting students who struggle attending school for mental wellbeing reasons or due to SEND.
Community Volunteer at Comics Youth CIC
November 1, 2025 - November 27, 2025
Deliver workshops to young people as part of university placement; group specialises in youth work and provides a safe environment for LGBTQ+ youth and those identified as SEND.
Community Volunteer at Radiate Arts CIC
November 1, 2025 - November 27, 2025
Lead and plan LGBTQ+-friendly workshops; represent the charity at community events (e.g., Cheshire College’s Art club); assist with workshop planning and advertising (posters, website pages). Develop textile craft skills (knitting, sewing, crochet, weaving) to support fibre-craft sessions.
Store Assistant at Next
December 1, 2024 - November 27, 2025
Seasonal assistant for end-of-season sale, then sales assistant across departments (Menswear, Home) with back-of-house duties processing parcels and returns; supported visual merchandising, stock management, markdowns and stock replenishment; helped with room-set planning and dressing; ensured customer satisfaction.
Store Assistant at Analog Shop
August 1, 2024 - August 1, 2024
Ensured stock accuracy on the shop floor, organised overstock, advised customers on stationery queries, processed orders, created displays and dressed windows; handled cash and cashing up at start/end of days; assisted customers in finding products.
Store Assistant at Ethel & Em
August 1, 2024 - August 1, 2024
Stocked and organised yarns, managed dye-lots to avoid mismatches; packed and posted orders; advised customers on knitting and crochet patterns; led tutorials and knit sessions; managed deliveries and online store updates; created displays and window dressing.
Community Volunteer at Escape2Make
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Led craft workshops for young people (11-18) focusing on fibre crafts; helped participants discover joy in crafting; manned the Craft Club stall at charity festivals and communicated the club’s goals and successes.
Volunteer Teaching Assistant at Cathedral Primary School
July 1, 2023 - July 1, 2023
Work experience placement for BA Primary Education: led guided reading, provided one-on-one and group support, answered questions, and supported learning across age ranges; developed communication skills with children.

Education

A Levels at Lancaster Royal Grammar School
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
GCSEs at Lancaster Royal Grammar School
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2022
BA Primary Education (with QTS) at University of Chester
January 11, 2030 - November 27, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Education, Non-Profit Organization, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services